Tech, Manuftg Automation

Position: Manufacturing Automation Technician - 3 Job Grade/Band: 600

Location: Pella Progression Level: 620

Prework Screen: Level 3 Job Code: 20141

FLSA Code: Non-exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Manufacturing Automation Technician works within Pella Corporations custom equipment design and manufacturing department. The position will be required to perform multiple duties ranging from general electricial work to automation systems design and programming. The team member must have a high electrical and programming aptitude with good hands-on ability. This person must understand all phases of the machine building process.

PELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Pass drug screen

• Pass pre-work ability screen

• Pass pre-work vision screen

• High school diploma or equivalency

• Pass pre-employment tests

ENVIRONMENT:

• Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas

• Season high temperatures and humidity

• Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures

• Troubleshoot and servicing in the field of industrial automation

• Must be able to read and analyze technical schematics and blueprints

• Specify, develop, modify, install, troubleshoot, and maintain automation control and data acquisition systems (hardware and software), serving as a primary resource for automation related subjects

• Set up, install and operate a wide range of industrial electrical and electronic equipment

• Assumes responsibility for the completion of assigned projects within negotiated time and cost schedules

• Will work directly with field technicians to help improve their overall skills by sharing knowledge of new processes and technology

• Regular/dependable attendance required

• Flexibility of work hours including overtime

• Able to work with and around moving equipment/machines

• Provide support for Continuous Improvement activities

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to rotate to other positions as needed

• Coordinate and schedule work of teams to meet productivity, time, and cost requirements

• Lead Project Teams

• Participate in Continuous Improvement events and activities as assigned

• Other duties may be assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred

• Diploma of Technology in Electrical/Electronics or an Associates degree in Engineering Technology or related technical field

OR

• Proven proficiency in one of the following categories and demonstrated knowledge in at least one of the remaining categories.

• Electrical systems design

• PLC/HMI programming

• CNC programming

• Robotic systems

• Integrated manufacturing systems programming

SKILLS AND TALENTS:

• Able to work with minimal supervision

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Proficient mechanical and math aptitude

• Flexibility to travel

• Excellent written and oral communication

• Excellent computer knowledge

• Read and interpret blueprints

• Decision making/problem solving skills

• Time management

• Ability to work with internal and external customers

• Presentation/training

• Programming

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift up to 100 lbs. at waist level and up to 70 lbs. at shoulder level up to an occasional basis when moving products

• Push or pull with up to 100 lbs. of force up to an occasional basis when moving products

• Generate up to 100 lbs. of grip strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products

• Generate up to 20 lbs. of pinch strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products

• Display average coordination with both hands up to a continuous basis while performing job tasks

• Perform elevated work up to an occasional basis when handling products

• Stoop, kneel or squat up to an occasional basis when handling products

• Reach forward and to the side up to a frequent basis when handling products

• Stand up to a continuous basis and walk up to a frequent basis during the course of each shift

• Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day

Final Selection by Panel Interview